iOS 18 dropped Apple Watch actions in Shortcuts

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iOS 18 dropped Apple Watch actions in Shortcuts

Prior to installing iOS 18 I created personal automations using the Shortcuts app that would change my Apple Watch face based on certain triggers (time of day, starting or ending a workout, etc.). In iOS 18 any and all actions pertaining to the Apple Watch seemed to be removed from Shortcuts. My previously created personal automations for my Apple Watch are still there but I cannot create a new one that will control the Apple Watch. Is this a bug or was this intentionally removed?

iPhone 15 Pro Max

Posted on Sep 18, 2024 5:37 PM

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Sep 23, 2024 4:02 PM in response to NittanyRyan

It looks like the functionality wasn't removed they just changed the way to set up a personal automation that changes a watch face. First, you have to create the shortcut to change the active watch face then you can create a personal automation that calls that shortcut. It's an extra step compared to the previously available method but it works.

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byp494

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Oct 15, 2024 8:45 PM in response to NittanyRyan

Did you find a solution to this?

I have the same issue. In the shortcuts app I have no actions for the Apple Watch. My previous shortcuts still have them and still work but actions like Turn On Theatre Mode or Toggle Always-On Display are no longer available to add to any shortcut.

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iOS 18 dropped Apple Watch actions in Shortcuts

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